^The Church celebrates the Synaxis of the Archangel Gabriel on March 26 , the day following the Feast of the Annunciation , and again on July 13 ; he is also commemorated together with all the Archangels on their Synaxis date, November 8 .

.Archangels are found in a number of religious traditions, including Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Zoroastrianism and Wicca.^Archangels are found in a number of religious traditions, including Islam , Judaism , and Zoroastrianism .

.The Book of Tobit is included in the CatholicCanon of the Bible, as well as in the OrthodoxSeptuagint; however, this book is considered apocryphal by many Protestants.^Other Archangels are not listed by name in the Holy Bible, however, they are named in the Deuterocanonicals and Apocrypha, early Christian writings included in the Septuagint and Vulgate but excluded from the Jewish and Protestant canons of the Old Testament.

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^Gabriel , named in Luke, is considered to be an archangel, as are Raphael (mentioned in the Book of Tobit ) and Uriel (mentioned in the Book of Enoch ).

.The archangels Michael, Gabriel and Raphael are venerated in the Roman Catholic Church with a feast on 29 September.^The Catholic Church only recognizes the names of three archangels, those of Michael, Raphael and Gabriel.

.The named Archangels in Islam are Gabriel, Michael, Raphael and Azrael.^Later that same day Father Sarria baptized four small Indian boys naming them in honor of the Archangels Raphael, Miguel and Gabriel and the fourth "Francisco", Father Sarria's baptismal name.

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^Created in the 1130's, it features the Virgin and Child with the Archangels Michael and Gabriel.

^Archangels usually are not mentioned by name, however, there are a few that have been revealed: MICHAEL Michael is identified as an archangel that withdrew from the devil when he disputed about the body of Moses.

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.Other traditions have identified a group of Seven Archangels, the names of which vary, depending on the source.^What are the names of the seven archangels ?

.The fallen archangel Lucifer (also known as Satan) was an archangel until he rebelled against God who then had Michael cast him down to Hell from heaven.^In Revelations, it is Michael who leads an army of God's angels against Satan.

In Judaism

.The Hebrew Bible uses the terms מלאכי אלוהים (malakh Elohim; Angels of God)[1], מלאכי יהוה (malakh Adonai; Angels of the Lord)[2], בני אלוהים (b'nai elohim; sons of God) and הקדושים (ha-qodeshim; the holy ones) to refer to beings traditionally interpreted as angelic messengers.^So the holy one to be born will be called the Son of God.

.Other terms are used in later texts, such as העליונים (ha-olinim, the upper ones, or the Ultimate ones).^Amy could use one for her fledgling art business, and Kim could use one to replace her Brother word processor whose monitor screen was broken the other day.

.Indeed, angels are uncommon except in later works like Daniel, though they are mentioned briefly in the stories of Jacob (who, according to several interpretations, wrestled with an angel) and Lot (who was warned by angels of the impending destruction of the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah).^Indeed, even angels are uncommon except in later works like Daniel , though they are mentioned briefly in the stories of Jacob (who, according to several interpretations, wrestled with an angel) and Lot (who was warned by angels of the impending destruction of the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah ).

^Being both a Seraphin and a Cherubim, he is identified as one of the Angels who helped bury Adam and Abel in Paradise, as the dark Angel who wrestled with Jacob at Peniel, as the destroyer of the Host of Sennacherib, and as the messenger sent by God to warn Noah of the deluge.

^In both these cases the Archangel is mentioned by name, but it has also been suggested that Gabriel is the angel who wrestles with Jacob in the form of a man and that he was involved in the destruction of Sodom and Gommorah.

.Daniel is the first biblical figure to refer to individual angels by name.^So he told me and made known to me the interpretation of these things : Daniel 7:15-16 From the very first vision that Daniel had, all the explanation of the actual vision that he saw was done by angels, not by Jesus.

[3].It is therefore widely speculated that Jewish interest in angels developed during the Babylonian captivity.^It is therefore widely speculated that Jewish interest in angels developed during the Babylonian captivity .

[4].According to RabbiSimeon ben Lakish of Tiberias (230–270 AD), all the specific names for the angels were brought back by the Jews from Babylon.^According to Rabbi Simeon ben Lakish of Tiberias (230–270 AD), all the specific names for the angels were brought back by the Jews from Babylon .

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.There are no explicit references to archangels in the canonical texts of the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament).^There are no explicit references to archangels in the canonical texts of the Hebrew Bible ( Old Testament ).

.Though these archangels were believed to have rank amongst the heavenly host, no systematic hierarchy ever developed.^Though SJG has kindly provided space to host these pages, the characters contained within are ...

^This was appropriate, since Michael is the commander of the heavenly armies, even though he is traditionally considered only an archangel, the second lowest of the nine ranks of angels [Besides My rank as the Holy Ghost, I also hold the ranks of seraph and virtue].

^The only Archangel depicted as female in art and literature, Gabriel is known as the "messenger" Angel and is one of the four Archangels named in Hebrew tradition and is considered one of the two highest-ranking Angels in Judeo-Christian and Islamic religious lore.

He is briefly mentioned in the Talmud,[5] and figures prominently in Merkavah mystical texts. .Michael, who serves as a warrior and advocate for Israel (Daniel 10:13) is looked upon particularly fondly.^Is not He who is unnamed in Daniel 10:5, 6 now named in Daniel 10:13, when He is designated as Michael?

.The earliest references to archangels are in the literature of the intertestamental periods (e.g., 4 Esdras 4:36).^The earliest references to archangels are in the literature of the intertestamental periods ( e.g.

.Within the rabbinic tradition, the Kabbalah, and the Book of Enoch chapter 20, and the Life of Adam and Eve, the usual number of archangels given is at least seven, who are the focal angels.^Within the rabbinic tradition, the Kabbalah , and the Book of Enoch chapter 20, and the Life of Adam and Eve , the usual number of archangels given is at least seven, who are the focal angels.

^The main seven archangels with the names given by Saint Gregory are Anael , Gabriel , Michael, Oriphiel , Raphael , Samael and Zachariel have a special assignment to act as a global Zeitgeist ('time spirit'), each for periods of about 380 years.

.There is confusion about one of the following eight names, concerning which one listed is not truly an archangel.^There is confusion about one of the following eight names, concerning which one listed is not truly an archangel.

In Christianity

The New Testament speaks frequently of angels (for example, angels giving messages to Mary, Joseph, and the shepherds; angels ministering to Christ after his temptation in the wilderness, an angel visiting Christ in his agony, angels at the tomb of the risen Christ, the angels who liberate the Apostles Peter and Paul from prison); however, it makes only two references to "archangels." They are: Michael in Jude 1:9 and I Thessalonians 4:16, where the "voice of an archangel" will be heard at the return of Christ.

Although this was overturned by St. Zachary [8] a few years later as a Bishop, Adalbert [9][10] used the Kabbalah to pray to Uriel for his own purposes. In the trial they said the "Uriel" he was praying to was a demon (Accursed Uriel) and not "Blessed Uriel".[11]

[13].Uriel is included, and the other three are most often named Selaphiel, Jegudiel, and Barachiel (an eighth, Jeremiel, is sometimes included as archangel).^Uriel is included, and the other three are most often named Selaphiel , Jegudiel , and Barachiel (an eighth, Jeremiel, is sometimes included).

[14].The Orthodox Church celebrates the Synaxis of the Archangel Michael and the Other Bodiless Powers on November 8 of Stencyl the Eastern Orthodox liturgical calendar (for those churches which follow the Julian Calendar, November 8 falls on November 21 of the modern Gregorian Calendar).^The Orthodox Church celebrates the Synaxis of the Archangel Michael and the Other Bodiless Powers on November 8 of the Eastern Orthodox liturgical calendar (for those churches which follow the Julian Calendar , November 8 falls on November 21 of the modern Gregorian Calendar ).

.Other feast days of the Archangels include the Synaxis of the Archangel Gabriel on March 26 (April 8), and the Miracle of the Archangel Michael at Colossae on September 6 (September 19).^His feast day is celebrated on September 29th.

.In addition, every Monday throughout the year is dedicated to the Angels, with special mention being made in the church hymns of Michael and Gabriel.^With Gabriel, Michael is the only angel mentioned in the Bible.

Michael in the Hebrew language means "Who is like unto God?" or "Who is equal to God?" St. Michael has been depicted from earliest Christian times as a commander, who holds in his right hand a spear with which he attacks Lucifer/Satan, and in his left hand a green palm branch. .At the top of the spear there is a linen ribbon with a red cross.^At the top of the spear there is a linen ribbon with a red cross.

The Archangel Michael is especially considered to be the Guardian of the Orthodox Faith and a fighter against heresies.

Gabriel means "Man of God" or "Might of God." He is the herald of the mysteries of God, especially the Incarnation of God and all other mysteries related to it. .He is depicted as follows: In his right hand, he holds a lantern with a lighted taper inside, and in his left hand, a mirror of green jasper.^He is depicted as follows: In his right hand, he holds a lantern with a lighted taper inside, and in his left hand, a mirror of green jasper .

He is depicted with his face and eyes lowered, holding his hands on his bosom in prayer.

Jegudiel means "Glorifier of God." He is depicted bearing a golden wreath in his right hand and a triple-thonged whip in his left hand.

Barachiel means "Blessing of God." He is depicted holding a white rose in his hand against his breast.

(Jeremiel means "God's exaltation." He is venerated as an inspirer and awakener of exalted thoughts that raise a person toward God (III Ezra 4:36). .As an eighth, he is sometimes included as archangel.^Uriel is included, and the other three are most often named Selaphiel , Jegudiel , and Barachiel (an eighth, Jeremiel, is sometimes included).

.The edition of the Bible used by Protestants, which excludes the Apocrypha, never mentions a "Raphael" and he is therefore not recognized by many of them.^The edition of the Bible used by Protestants, which excludes the Apocrypha , never mentions a "Raphael" and he is therefore not recognized by many of them.

^The book of Tobit is part of a group of books known as the the Protestant Apocrypha [these books are a collection that are considered important, but are not in the Bible and not considered sacred by Protestants] and the Catholic and Orthodox Deuterocanon [most Catholics and Orthodox Christians consider these books to be sacred].

.In the story, Raphael comes to the aid of Tobit, healing him of blindness, and his son Tobias, driving away a demon that would have killed him.^In the story, Raphael comes to the aid of Tobit, healing him of blindness, and his son Tobias, driving away a demon that would have killed him.

^And whosoever speaketh a word against the Son of man, it shall be forgiven him: but whosoever speaketh against the Holy Ghost, it shall not be forgiven him, neither in this world, neither in the world to come.

.Some Protestants view Michael as the sole archangel, as the only one explicitly described as such in the Protestant canon of the Bible.^Archangels are only mentioned twice in the Bible and only one angel is specifically called an Archangel, Michael 1 .

[15].(Jude 1:9) In their view, Gabriel is never called 'archangel' in the Gospels.^Michael Gabriel Rapheal Uriel Raguel Saraqael Remiel Out of the seven, only Micheal and Gabriel are named in the Bible (Only Michael is called an archangel in the Bible.

.According to Origen, verse 1:9 of Jude is an insertion that led to the writing of The Assumption of Moses.^According to Origen verse 1:9 of Jude is an insertion that led to the writing of The Assumption of Moses .

^Paul, writing to the Thessalonians, speaks of the "voice of the archangel" and associates that with the general resurrection of the saints; whereas in Jude, the reference specifically concerns the body of Moses.

[16].In this view, Michael is the first and greatest of all God's creatures, the chief messenger of Jehovah that takes the lead in vindicating God's sovereignty, sanctifying God's name, fighting the forces of Satan and protecting God's people on earth.^In this view, Michael is the first and greatest of all God's creatures, the chief messenger of Jehovah that takes the lead in vindicating God's sovereignty, sanctifying God's name, fighting the forces of Satan and protecting God's people on earth.

.(Revelation 12:7; 19:14,16• Daniel 12:1) This belief is held because of the prominence Michael has among the heavenly sons of God in the Bible, the similarity of Michael’s and Jesus’ mission and the connection of Jesus with the archangelic office in 1 Thessalonians 4:16, where it is said: "Because the Lord himself will descend from Heaven with a commanding call, with an archangel's voice."^(Revelation 12:7; 19:14,16• Daniel 12:1) This belief is held because of the prominence Michael has among the heavenly sons of God in the Bible, the similarity of Michael’s and Jesus’ mission and the connection of Jesus with the archangelic office in 1 Thessalonians 4:16, where it is said: "Because the Lord himself will descend from Heaven with a commanding call, with an archangel's voice."

.Taking also into account that the Bible refers to one archangel only using a definite article (Jude 9), Jehovah's Witnesses have concluded that Michael and Jesus are one and the same.^Michael the Archangel must be Jesus!

.A similar opinion is held by certain Protestants, such as Seventh-day Adventists,[18] and the Presbyterian Commentary author Matthew Henry,[19] who believe that the Archangel Michael is not an angel, and is instead the divine Son of God.^God gave His only Son for us, who is Michael.

Lucifer is known as Satan, The Serpent, The Tempter. In his Day he was the worship leader in heaven. He was also a Cherub.(Ezekiel 28:14) and "the morning star" (Isaiah 14:12). Often described as being the most beautiful angel.

In Islam

In Islam, the named archangels include:

Gabriel (or Jibraaiyl or Jibril or Jibrail in Arabic). Gabriel is the Archangel responsible for revealing the Qur'an to Muhammad. .Gabriel is known as the angel who communicates with the Prophets.

Michael (Mikhail or Mikaaiyl in Arabic).^In Revelations, it is Michael who leads an army of God's angels against Satan.

^Pseudo-Dionysis, a scholar who gave us the possibly one of the best known forms of the Celestial Hierarchy , lists the following angels as being among the highest ranking: Michael, Gabriel, Raphael, Uriel, Chamuel, Jophiel and Zadkiel.

.According to the Hadith, Israfil is the Angel responsible for signaling the coming of Judgment Day by blowing a horn and sending out a Blast of Truth.^Especially with Mother's Day coming up on May 11th and there have been several new Angel print choices added that you may not be aware of.

.Although he is frequently referred to as Azrael in Arabic, he is referred to as Malak al-Maut (the angel of death) in the Quran (Surah al-Sajdah 32:11).^Although other angels have been attributed with the title of Angel of Death, it is Michael who weighs the souls on judgment day, after his battle once more with the forces of evil.

.There is also no mention of the name Azrael in reference to Malak al-Maut found amongst the verified Hadith of Bukhari.^So when He stands, there is a time of trouble that results in God's people being delivered, every one who's name if found written in the book.

.Literally, "Beneficent Immortals", these are the highest spiritual beings created by Ahura Mazda.^I Lady Mary will pour the purest love into your soul, heart and being to aid your spiritual evolution and acceptance of the Creator’s energy within your being.

Other traditions

Occultists sometimes associate archangels in Kabbalistic fashion with various seasons or elements, or even colors. .In some Kabbalah-based systems of ceremonial magic, all four of the main archangels (Michael, Gabriel, Raphael and Uriel) are invoked as guarding the four quarters, or directions, and their corresponding colors are associated with magical properties.^Archangel Michael is the General of all the archangels.

.In anthroposophy, based on teachings by Rudolf Steiner, there are many spirits belonging to the hierarchical level of archangel.^Say to Archangel Uriel, There are many ways I have been wounded and hurt, abused and abandoned, by others in thought, word, or deed, knowingly or unknowingly.

.In general, their task is to inspire and guard large groups of human beings, such as whole nations, peoples or ethnic groups.^We are all a big family of light, let us celebrate the coming and manifestation of Buddha’s enlightenment to the Earth and within the human mind, as a group, as a whole and family.

^He is the prince who defended the Israelites and later, it was claimed, the Christian Church, when as guardian he may be called on (sometimes with Gabriel) to defend church doors against the evil angels.

[23].The main seven archangels with the names given by Pope Saint Gregory I are Michael, Gabriel, Raphael, Uriel (or Anael), Simiel (or Samael), Oriphiel and Zachariel have a special assignment to act as a global Zeitgeist ("time spirit" or, "spirit of the times/age"), each for periods of about 380 years.^Besides Raphael, Michael and Gabriel are the only Archangels mentioned by name in the bible.

.According to this system, since 1879, Michael is the leading time spirit.^Instead of weaving a narrative from the beginning of My Earthly life up to the present, I'm going to time-travel, that is, I'm going to go wherever My Spirit leads Me.

.Four important archangels also display periodic spiritual activity over the seasons: Spring is Raphael, Summer (Uriel), Autumn (Michael) and Winter is Gabriel.^Later that same day Father Sarria baptized four small Indian boys naming them in honor of the Archangels Raphael, Miguel and Gabriel and the fourth "Francisco", Father Sarria's baptismal name.

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.In anthroposophy, archangels may be good or evil; in particular, some of their rank are collaborators of Ahriman, whose purpose is to alienate humanity from the spiritual world and promote materialism and heartless technical control.^May God richly bless you with all spiritual and material blessings!

^I, Archangel Michael have seen many changes occur to the Earth some have been for the greater good of humanity, others we have had to stand by trusting that it is the will of the Creator, knowing that love pours from every situation on the Earth and within the inner planes.

In the lesser banishing ritual of the pentagram,[24] the invocation includes the words "Before me Raphael; Behind me Gabriel; On my right hand Michael; On my left hand Auriel [Uriel]..."

In art, archangels are sometimes depicted with larger wings and many eyes. .Some of the more commonly represented archangels are Gabriel, Michael, Raphael, Uriel, and Satanel.^Some use Jude 1:9 to show that Michael and Jesus are not the same individual (Jude 1:9 is more thoroughly discussed at the end of this web page).

Cardinal or Great Archangels

These angels are listed as "cardinal" since they are used to rule over a cardinal point (see Uriel), such as north, south, east, or west. This is similar to the Four Gods theory, in which Byakko, Suzaku, Genbu, and Seiryuu represent the major directions in Eastern philosophy. .As such, these are the four greatest named archangels.^Various churches espouse a number of archangels and I have read about these things and I have noted the sources of these ideas, such as the Apocrypha.

^In both these cases the Archangel is mentioned by name, but it has also been suggested that Gabriel is the angel who wrestles with Jacob in the form of a man and that he was involved in the destruction of Sodom and Gommorah.

.In general, Michael is considered the greatest, and typically takes the first position, while Uriel is typically the fourth of the four cardinal points.^The Archangel Michael, whose name means 'who is as God', is generally considered to be the foremost of the seven archangels and the leader of the Host of Heaven.

^It will become much more evident when you see his commentary of the first four verses of Daniel 12 concerning Michael the Archange, because he says point blank that "Christ is that great prince, for he is the prince of the kings of the earth".